Anaheim Ducks vs Calgary Flames Betting Tips - NHL Predictions and Best Bets
Our main bet is Anaheim Ducks to win in regulation, while we're also backing Mikael Granlund to record a point after his excellent start to the season.
Anaheim Ducks host Calgary Flames in the NHL, with the two teams heading into the matchup in contrasting form after their recent meeting in Calgary.
Anaheim have won four of their opening five games, including a 4-2 victory away to Calgary on Saturday. The Ducks are averaging 3.6 goals per game and should have plenty of opportunities against a Flames defence that has conceded 27 goals in just five matches.
Calgary remain winless and have conceded at least four goals in every game this season. Granlund, meanwhile, has registered seven points in five appearances for Anaheim, making him an attractive option in the player markets.
- Anaheim have won four of their first five games, including all three away fixtures.
- Calgary have conceded 27 goals in five matches, averaging 5.4 goals against per game.
- Mikael Granlund has recorded a point in all five games, collecting two goals and five assists.
Key Stats
| Statistic | Anaheim | Calgary |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 4-1 | 0-5 |
| Goals per game | 3.6 | 1.6 |
| Goals conceded/game | 2.6 | 5.4 |
| Scored first | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Opponent scored 3+ | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Anaheim Ducks Recent Form
Anaheim have started the season strongly, winning four of their opening five games and scoring 18 goals.
Their recent results include a 5-1 victory over Winnipeg and a 4-2 win against Calgary, with their only defeat coming against Edmonton.
The Ducks have also scored first in all five games this season, highlighting their ability to establish an early advantage.
Granlund has been particularly impressive, while Leo Carlsson leads the team with eight points and Beckett Sennecke has contributed six.
Calgary Flames Recent Form
Calgary have endured a difficult opening to the season, losing all five games and conceding 27 goals.
Their defensive struggles have been particularly concerning, with six goals conceded in each of their first two meetings with Seattle and seven against Colorado.
The Flames have scored just eight goals themselves, averaging 1.6 per game, and have failed to score more than three in any of their opening matches.
They'll be looking for an immediate response after Saturday's 4-2 home defeat to Anaheim, but their early-season performances suggest another difficult assignment.